BioSensor Relay Mobile App Case Study for LifeSignals INC: Android, Bluetooth & MQTT
Triophore developed a secure Android app for LifeSignals INC, enabling remote patient monitoring via Bluetooth ECG patch and MQTT data streaming.
The Challenge
Business Problem
LifeSignals INC needed a robust mobile application to maximize the utility of their Wireless ECG Patch, enabling real-time data access for healthcare providers through reliable Bluetooth connectivity, efficient data processing, and secure data transmission while ensuring a user-friendly experience and scalability.
The Goal
Develop a reliable, secure, and user-friendly Android application that seamlessly connects LifeSignals' Wireless ECG Patch to a central server, enabling real-time remote patient monitoring.
Technology Stack
Mobile
Backend
The Solution
Discovery & Architecture
Triophore conducted a thorough discovery phase, defining the system architecture to ensure seamless integration between the LifeSignals ECG patch and the central server. The architecture incorporated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for efficient, low-power communication with the ECG patch, and MQTT with TLS/SSL for secure and reliable data transmission. The architecture also included data buffering for offline scenarios and automatic resynchronization upon reconnection. The overall architecture focused on a secure, efficient, and scalable solution for remote patient monitoring.
Development Phase
Triophore developed a dedicated Android application featuring device pairing and management, real-time data visualization, secure patient information management, and connection status notifications. The application utilized Android's BLE APIs for efficient data acquisition and implemented custom algorithms to enhance connection stability. Secure MQTT data streaming was achieved through TLS/SSL encryption, authentication, and optimized data payload formatting.
Key Feature Implementation
Device pairing and management via BLE, Real-time ECG waveform visualization, Secure patient information management, Bluetooth connection status indicators, Secure MQTT data streaming with TLS/SSL, Offline data buffering and resynchronization
The Results
Performance
The application enabled continuous, reliable ECG data collection with optimized Bluetooth and MQTT implementations minimizing battery drain. The solution was designed to handle a growing number of devices and data streams.
Scalability
The robust architecture ensured the system could handle a growing number of devices and data streams, providing a reliable foundation for LifeSignals INC's expansion.
User Impact
The intuitive mobile interface simplified setup and use for both patients and clinicians, improving the overall user experience.
Business Efficiency
Remote real-time monitoring of patients allowed healthcare providers to gain timely insights into cardiac health without requiring in-person visits.